I would like to go to Puerto Vallarta end of January or sometime in February. For a week. Could anyone suggest the best way to book a good deal from Vancouver. I have not been there before but I think I want to stay in Old Town. any tips, suggestions would really be appreciated.

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End of January is probably cheaper.

trip advisor would be a good start to find a hotel or vrbo if you want your own place. Then flights search google flights. If you want an all inclusive then try air canada or west jet packages

No all inc if he wants to stay in the old town. Different type of holiday. The hotel zone is gross

Go to Sayulita

I've heard that there have been issues with sewage in sayulita due to increased tourism and lack of sewage facilities ... you might want to check ...

Yes it had changed. Not the cute town it once was. And yes sewage overflows at Xmas when it's busy. Rentals have gone up 40% in the last 3 years. Vendors are relentless and there are now 3 Oxxo stores. We went for the day last year as we decided on PV and Punta for a change. Had not seen sayulita in 2 years. Could not believe how it had been built up. Seeing the Oxxo even one right on the beach was the nail in the coffin for us.

Super busy time but yes stay south of the river in the so called romantic zone. You may find a place in vrbo.com or airbnb. There probably aren't any deals as it's high season through march. Flights are regular and direct with WJ and others. Some one stop flights via Houston on delta can be cheap. Good luck

I would stay in mismaloya. Paradise. Affoerdable cab ride or 20 minutes of fun bus ride into town from there. Check out mismaloya zoo, buy some food at admissions, an experience. Fantastic boat excursions right from shore as well.

If Ron is alone he may find Mysmaloya a bit out of the way for just everyday walk out the door and grab a coffee or a beer. As a couple yes

Yep. Thats for sure.

Probably best to do a day trip there

i really appreciate all your help and advice. Yes, I am travelling alone and want to be in downtown like accommodation where I can just sit at a outside bar and enjoy the people watching, take a couple of tours,( I think I will do Mysmaloya one day, sounds like something I would enjoy) and see a bit of history. cheers and thanks again.

But don't go to zoos. Please.

And just so you know Ron places like Blue Chairs cater to the gay crowd. I'm all good with that but it may or may not be your scene. Check out something like vrbo#838612
Lots of other super expcnsxie places still avail so you will have to search and pick something quick

And also vrbo #102616 it's right on the malecon and I know this building.

wow, both properties look great. Now I need to book a flight and get one of these apartments booked. Thanks so much, Hard to know where to start looking when you have never been to a place before. I really appreciate your help. Thanks again.

You're welcom. PV old part of town is cool. Enjoy

John N S Macleod